New Jersey Internet Fraud Attorneys
Internet fraud generally refers to any type of fraudulent use of a computer and the internet to conduct fraudulent transactions, transfer the proceeds of those transactions to financial entities, or lastly, to destroy or render unusable computer data vital to the operation of a business through viruses. With the advent of the internet age, criminals have developed new and interesting methods of defrauding individuals of goods and monies. Architects of these fraudulent activities will use chat rooms, message boards and forums, email, and websites to carry out their crimes.
The problem with the law in these areas is that very often, the science involved is inexact. A lack of understanding of the inner workings of computers and the internet can cause law organizations to charge innocent individuals with very serious crimes. If you have been charged with committing an internet crime, you should contact one of our skilled Princeton New Jersey internet crime defense lawyers immediately.
Those that are accused of Internet fraud may face very serious consequences. They may be found guilty of a felony and face a fine of up to $250,000 and up to 20 years in jail. Along with these New Jersey Internet Fraud charges almost always come other white collar crime allegations, like wire and mail fraud and conspiracy charges. The many types of internet fraud schemes can make your defense a complicated one. Our New Jersey Internet Fraud Attorneys have experience defending those who have been accused of all types of internet fraud, including:
- Computer Fraud
- Auction and retail schemes
- Investment and market manipulation schemes
- Business opportunity or "work at home" schemes
- Possession and distribution of child pornography
- Identity theft and fraud
- Credit card theft
If you or a loved one has been accused of internet fraud in New Jersey, contact Lependorf & Silverstein today for a free consultation.